Project Support Associate

Contract

This is a UNV International Youth contract. This kind of contract is known as International UN Volunteer. It is normally internationally recruited only. More about UNV International Youth contracts.

The UN Volunteer will support all different aspects in terms of policy development and the mainstreaming of migration, as a cross-cutting issue, in national adoption processes as well as the UNCF and subsequent implementation of programmes.

Under the direct supervision of the programme Coordinator (PC) and close collaboration with Programme Coordination and support Unit (PCSU), the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

Project development and donor liaison

• In coordination with the PSCU support the development of new projects proposals and programmes. • Support the PC and PCSU in resource mobilization efforts in the CO, including support-ing the development, management and monitoring of a resource mobilization strategy in close coordination with the PSCU • Support in ensuring project development and reporting standards abide by IOM policies and procedures

Program Implementation

• Contribute to the various aspects of the Programme Support Unit (PSU), including Communication and Public Information, M&E, Project development and reporting • Maintain up to date knowledge and archiving of all programme implementation in Uganda and support the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) framework of the CO. • Maintain, contribute to, and where necessary establish, knowledge management sys-tems covering both migration policy, internal policies, operational issues, and pro-grammes within IOM Uganda • Support project managers in monitoring projects to generate data and inform/identify in advance implementation challenges with the view to identify solutions to support the delivery of activities within the designated timeframe. • Liaise between different units to ensure that IOM financial standards and reporting re-quirements are met and observed.

☒ Adaptability and Flexibility ☒ Client Orientation ☒ Commitment and Motivation ☒ Commitment to Continuous Learning ☒ Communication ☒ Creativity ☒ Empowering Others ☒ Integrity ☒ Judgement and Decision-making ☒ Professionalism ☒ Respect for Diversity ☒ Self-Management ☒ Vision ☒ Working in Teams

Demonstrated interest and/or experience (up to 2 years) in development projects or in assistance to communities.

The UN Volunteer will be based in Kampala, the capital city of Uganda that is located at 1,200 metres (4,000 feet) above sea level with a pleasant climate all year round which is uniformly warm and moderately humid, and temperatures that range between 20 and 30 degrees Celsius. It is a family duty station that presents relatively good living conditions with adequate housing facilities (houses and apartments) readily available to rent, and with most of the economic and social amenities also available at affordable cost. Most commodities are available in 4 big Supermarkets and a wide variety of local markets that offer plenty of available fresh food stuffs of all kinds, and there are many restaurants for every taste and pocket. There are 3 international telecommunication systems (mobile telephony networks), easy access to internet and modern banking facilities. However, as a developing country, Uganda has developing infra-structure with common challenges like power cuts and water rationing. The city has good security but under UN Security system – Level Three of which all new staff undergo security briefing by United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) who also provide elaborate security documents as well as regular security situation updates. There is a vibrant expatriate community. Uganda is a popular tourist destination. The Expat Insider Survey conducted by InterNations ranked Uganda top among the 191 countries. (http://www.bbc.com/travel/story/20170215-living-inthe-worlds-most-welcoming-countries. https://www.unv.org/